Julie Russo is a seasoned HR consultant offering over 16 years of comprehensive HR experience spanning various industries.
As an HR professional, Julie’s mission is to empower organizations to achieve their goals through effective utilization of their human capital. She is dedicated to developing and implementing innovative programs and initiatives that attract, retain, and nurture talent, enhance employee engagement, and cultivate a thriving and inclusive culture.
For the past 8 years, Julie served as the Vice President of Human Resources for a rapidly growing fitness franchise, overseeing all people operations while growing from 4 to 40 locations and ultimately managing a workforce of 1500 employees throughout the Northeast Region. Julie cherishes the pivotal role she played in the organization’s rapid expansion.
Julie is a true Generalist, offering a breadth of knowledge and expertise in:
- Employee Relations
- HR Strategy
- Compliance
- Onboarding
- Policy Development
- Process Implementation
- Payroll Management
She has a proven track record of delivering strategic and operational excellence across all facets of human resources management and partners closely with senior leaders and managers to ensure HR policies and practices align seamlessly with organizational mission, vision, and values.
Julie holds a Bachelor’s degree in Management and Accounting and an MBA with a concentration in HR, both from Quinnipiac University. She resides in Southington, CT, with her husband and three children.
